Overview

• Speaking in Lucknow, the Uttar Pradesh chief minister said minor issues can grow into major crises if not addressed with sensitivity.
• He referenced Nepal as an example, saying neglect of a social media dispute snowballed into nationwide unrest that stalled development.
• According to Nepal Police, at least 51 people, including an Indian national, died during the protests that toppled the KP Sharma Oli government.
• Former chief justice Sushila Karki was sworn in to lead an interim government, a move welcomed by India as Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed best wishes.
• The agitation began over a social media ban and broadened into anti-corruption anger as protesters attacked state institutions before the army restored control.